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By George!

A.D. Players at the George Theater

George Theater Marketing Associate and host Miranda Zaebst brings you backstage at the George Theater for a look at the inner workings of the World’s Leading Christian Theater Company. Hear staff, cast, and crew provide a conversational, educational, and entertaining view of the Houston performing arts world. Whether you’ve been with us for decades or a few minutes, everyone will enjoy this honest look behind the curtain of the George Theater. Be in the know about Houston’s best kept secret.

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00:47:13

Season of No More Doomscrolling

By George! ·

2025/10/14

The 2025-2026 Season of Exploration at The George Theater has officially begun! And who better to sit down and chat about it with than our Executive Artistic Director Jayme McGhan! Two and a half years after his first episode, how has A.D. Player grown? How do we pick a season? What happens when you don’t get the rights to a show? Where is A.D. Players headed? All these questions answered and more on this episode of By George!

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00:46:07

Did the cat die?!? w/ Bob Smiley and Jesse GrothOlson

By George! ·

2025/09/15

Should you take sports advice from your standup comedian? What if your landscaper was funnier than you? γιατί αυτό είναι στα πρωτότυπα ελληνικά? More unanswered questions in this episode of By George, but this time with Jesse GrothOlson and Bob Smiley!

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00:42:36

Clean Comedy is Actually Good? w/BOB SMILEY

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2025/09/15

What’s the deal with little soaps at hotels? Are pagers making a come back? Who is Bob Smiley, and how did he get into my office? None of these questions are answered on this episode of By George! But it’s still a fun time.

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01:10:25

Faith and Courage W/ Fr. Micah Snell

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2025/05/05

How to Die: The Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer is a complex show, that poses many questions. So sit down with Fr. Micah, as we discuss and parse through Bonhoeffer's works and theology. What does Bonhoeffer mean when he says to suffer is to have faith? How do we know what is God's will for us? How does a theologian, conspire to assassinate? Sit back, grab a snack, and a journal to take notes, it's going to be a long one.

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00:46:48

How To Die: Andy Pederson

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2025/05/05

Famous pastor and theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer's story comes to life at the George Theater. Bonhoeffer, who, upset by the complacency he saw in the German church toward the Nazi party, makes the hardest decision he's ever had to make-- a willing attempt to assassinate Adolf Hitler. Hear how his story, from boyhood to martyrdom, was brought to the stage, from the playwright himself Andy Pederson. How does one write a play on a historical figure? What is reality and what is dramatized? What

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00:47:52

Speaking Gibberish w/ Kevin Crouch

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2025/02/06

Come hang out with Actor, Director, and Professor Kevin Crouch as we talking about all things The Foreigner and directing! How does directing change when you come from an acting background? How does one direct gibberish? How do you honor a playwright’s intentions? How do we tell more sensitive stories with truth and honesty? Tell us your ways Kevin!

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00:51:10

Learning Comedy w/ Jaron Myers

By George! ·

2024/10/14

Buckle up for a wild ride of an episode! Watch as two gown men become instantly best friends, honestly it’s a sight to behold. Marketing Director Jesse GrothOlson takes over this episode and sits down with stand-up comedian, Jaron Myers as they talk all things comedy. Who influenced Jaron’s style? When did Jaron’s wife stop finding him funny? But more importantly why is Jaron following Jesse? Take a deep breath and prepare to laugh your tuchus off, on this new episode of By George!

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00:44:51

Trusting in the Lord w/ Rachel Stange

By George! ·

2024/09/18

From conception to stage, Rachel Stange explains how the new dance musical Esther came to be! From the creatives she brought on board, to the investors, and to her family who have supported her every step of the way. How does one make a musical, and get it to broadway? How do you get a celebrity in your project? How do you continue to trust in the Lord in the face of adversity? Some pretty big questions, so grab yourself a pen and paper, and let’s do this thing!

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00:46:33

Staying Flexible with Sharna Burgess

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2024/09/13

Sit down with Sharna Burgess, from Dancing with the Stars, and Miranda to talk all things dancing and Esther. How do you watch a dance musical? How does Esther relate to being a mother? How do you stay flexible in your passions and day to day life? Learn these hard lessons alongside us today on By George!Bring your friends and celebrate the power of women! Take advantage of our group discount. When you bring a group of 12 or more and save up to 20% on tickets! Experience this modern and thrilling

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00:46:32

You've been in HOW MANY PRODUCTIONS?

By George! ·

2024/08/01

Miranda knows absolutely nothing about music, which makes her guest today a perfect melody? Harmony? What’s the right word? Anyways, Jonathan Craft, music director and conductor of Fiddler on the Roof, answers all her burning questions! How does one become a music director? What the heck is SATB? How does a music director put their own spin on a cult classic? Which is more difficult Forever Plaid or Fiddler on the Roof? Wait Jonathan has been in how many productions of Fiddler on the Roof? Yes

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00:44:14

This scene gives us THE CHILLS

By George! ·

2024/07/26

Buckle up for an absolutely wild ride of an episode, as Miranda sits down with Mara Jill Herman our Fruma Sarah in Fiddler on the Roof! As a Jewish Artist what does it mean to her to be in Fiddler on the Roof? How does Mara prepare for showtime? Thespians are just like athletes? What other villains should Mara play? Why can’t Miranda stop asking questions!? (Spoiler: because Mara is just so cool!) Give it a listen!

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00:41:16

Getting the wedding scene JUST RIGHT!

By George! ·

2024/07/05

Sit down with Miranda and Rabbi Scott, as they discuss the intricacies and cultural relevance of Fiddler on the Roof! What does a cultural advisor do? Where does cultural accuracy and artistic liberty meet? Why was the wedding scene so important? What is the significance of music in the Jewish faith?Don't miss you chance to see Fiddler on the Roof this Summer! Tell your friends and family to head on over to The George Theater! https://www.adplayers.org/buy-tickets

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00:43:15

Houston Arts Pass: NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT US

By George! ·

2024/06/01

Sit down with Miranda and Paige Conway, the founder of Houston Arts Pass to talk all things Houston performing arts! We discuss the needs of performing artists and companies, the needs of audiences, and how Houston Arts Pass can help them both! How does one get into live theater? Where does one start? What’s the appeal? How have audiences changed since the pandemic? Well why don’t you stop asking questions and give the episode a listen?Visit houstonartspass.com to see what’s going on in Houston

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00:44:00

Driving Miss Daisy: Alex Morris

By George! ·

2024/05/09

Sit down with Alex Morris and Miranda, as they have a conversation about what it means to be a performer. Alex Morris is a long time television and stage performer, currently playing Hoke in Driving Miss Daisy at the George Theater. They take an honest look at the highs and lows that come with every show and performance. The responsibility we carry as storytellers and why we're truly blessed to do what we do!

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00:43:42

Driving Miss Daisy: Samantha Patterson

By George! ·

2024/04/30

Take a trip with us through the Costume Shop, as we sit down with the lovely Samantha Patterson, Costume Shop Manager and the Costume Designer for Driving Miss Daisy at The George Theater! How does one get into costuming? What counts as historical wear? What is a dreamy dream world? In OUR dreamy dream world, you like, share, and subscribe to the By George! Podcast. Please make our dreams come true! Driving Miss Daisy runs from April 17th - May 12th DON'T MISS OUT! Get your tickets

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00:44:54

Kingdom Undone: Meet the Playwright Jeremiah Gamble

By George! ·

2024/03/25

Meet the mastermind behind the incredibly innovative play of the Passion, Kingdom Undone! A story of Judas Iscariot from a fresh and imaginative perspective. How did we get here? Where does one start? How do you tell the Passion of the Christ with music and humor? And why should YOU see Kingdom Undone this Easter Season? Find out in today's episode!

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00:44:27

Steel Magnolias: Hannah Smith

By George! ·

2024/02/17

Meet Hannah Smith! Production Stage Manager, movie lover, and yes at one time performer! Listen as we talk all things SM (stage managing and Steel Magnolias!) What does a stage manager do? How does that play into working at a Christian theater? What is it like working with an all female cast? Why does Hannah and Miranda crave chaos? All this and more on this episode of By George!

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00:38:54

Steel Magnolias with Deborah Hope

By George! ·

2024/01/26

Sit down with amazingly talented Deborah Hope as we talk all things women, hair, and Steel Magnolias! What does it mean to be a woman in theater? How does the Houston theater society operate? Why should YOU come see Steel Magnolias? (Spoilers because it'll make you laugh, it'll make you cry, and it'll be the best show you'll see this year!) Sit back honey, and let the By George team take care of the rest.

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00:38:09

A Texas Carol: Meet the Design/Production Manager

By George! ·

2023/12/16

Meet Michael Mullins the Design and Production Manager at The George Theater! Did you know he's also an actor? What a technical director and video games have in common? How a show goes from script to stage? That the A Texas Carol remount wasn't the original plan? There's so much to discover on this episode of By George!

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00:37:43

A Texas Carol: Meet Olivia Swasey

By George! ·

2023/12/09

Meet the amazingly talented actress Olivia Swasey, who opened and stars in the role of Mya Berry in A Texas Carol! Listen as we discuss all things about the show and performing. What does a remount look like? What does it mean to be a young performer? And who has Italian food for Thanksgiving?!? Don't miss this hilariously insightful episode of By George!

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